Acrylic landscapes

Ref: C2524502

The tutor will demonstrate various aspects of painting, covering areas such as skies,trees,water, etc. With development of tone, form and colour mixing. With 1 to 1 tuition from the tutor the student can build up their own version of the painting. Medium used will be acrylic. Developing ones own painting is very much encouraged. As the course progresses, personal feelings about the landscape around you will develop, you will see the world around you differently. This spark inside of you that makes you want to paint, will be kindled and, meeting each week with others who also have this spark, it will develop with friendships and your art will grow.
Tutor comment 'Over the years I have had real pleasure from helping others

Course aim

To provide an introduction to the principles of painting with a view to applying them in your own work.

Do I need any particular skills or experience?

No skills or experience needed

This course is for beginners

This course is for improvers

This course is suitable for beginners and improvers

This course is for those people who have that spark inside their heart that makes them feel/want/need to paint.

By the end of the course I should be able to:

Design at least 1 sketch

Create depth in my painting.

Create form in my painting.

Identify with cultural influences and art

How will I be taught?

The WEA tutor will use a range of different teaching and learning methods and encourage you and the group to be actively involved in your learning

You may be asked to undertake additional work in your own time to support your learning

Painting requires learning from your surroundings. As the course progresses you will, without realising, begin to 'see' your world differently. Outdoor painting workshops takes place during the summer.

What kind of feedback can I expect?

A range of informal activities will be used by the tutor to see what you are learning which may include quizzes, question and answer, small projects and discussion

You will have opportunities to discuss your progress with your tutor

You will be encouraged to share your work with the group and discuss your learning

You will be encouraged to consider other students work and give your opinions and suggestions

Your work will be informally assessed as the tutor visits each student on a one to one basis. Giving you feedback on your progress, giving suggestions and answering questions.

What else do I need to know?

A selection of materials and basic equipment will be provided but you are expected to bring your own materials as the course progresses.

Pre-course work, reading and information sources

No pre reading or pre course work is required

No pre reading is required but research on the subject on the internet or in the library may be helpful

No pre reading or pre course work is required but it will improve your own ability if you do glean information from other sources.

What can I do next?

Progress to another WEA course

Progress to a course with another provider

Become involved with the WEA in a range of voluntary work and other activities including campaigning as a WEA member

Become involved as a volunteer for a WEA partner or another organisation

You could progress to Higher Education courses. Follow link to the PEARL website for information http://pearl.open.ac.uk/

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